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Thankfulness is important to God’s heart. I think this is because He truly knows how much we have to be thankful for. His eyes continually sweep the earth and see the pain, suffering, and hopelessness of so many. So when we grumble about trivial things, and forget to see the big picture I think He maybe gets…mad, sad?

I can relate a little. One of the things that irks me most as a mom is when my kids are ungrateful, seemingly oblivious to the comfort and provision surrounding them. It is during those times that I go into a 15 minute lecture listing all the stuffed animals, technology items, 15+ shirts per closet, comfortable home, cars and loving parents to drive them around to endless activities, etc. that they should be appreciative of(with a pointed finger mind you!)….great parenting, I know. 🙂

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So, I think our ungratefulness possibly makes God sad or even mad. Yet in His infinite wisdom and grace he doesn’t lecture or point fingers. He provides soothing, gently urging words to move us toward awareness, grace, gratitude. Here are some of His words on thankfulness:

Devote yourselves to prayer, keeping alert in all

with an attitude of thanksgiving… Colossians 4:2

Many, O Lord my God, are the wonders you have done.

The things you planned for us no one can recount to you:were I to speak and tell of them, they would be too manyto declares. Psalm 40:4-5 NIV

Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his lovingkindness is everlasting. Psalm 107:1 NIV

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and

supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be known

to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all

understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through

Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:5-7 NKJV

So, as I wrap up the Thanksgiving weekend, I am grateful for a God who cares about me enough to grow me into a woman who is thankful and appreciative(even when I have to learn the hard way), because that is what matters to His heart.

This baseball looks so red and shiny it MUST have been made by elves! This is for all those Red Sox fans across the country with little boys! I bought it at Dick’s. It seems like a perfect fit for my boys from Santa!

They don’t have this exact one online at Dick’s. You have to get it in the stores and probably stores close to Boston. I found one online at Dick’s, it’s a little different but still shiny and wonderful. My boys love to play ball! Santa is busy at work getting ready for the holidays!

HAPPYTHANKSGIVINGEVERYBODY!First we want to THANK all of you for your support of us and our new blog! We are thankful today for you! We printed the names, and two entries for some who also posted our link on FB and cut them, folded them. We all tossed and turned the bowl of names. My daughter drew one name and my son the other, from the bowl way above their head, and the WINNERS ARE!!!! Jessica (who raced to be our 1st follower!) and Stacey! We will post our next give away next week so keep a look out! Congratulations ladies!

Good Morning! Here is a little mini Bible study if you are interested. I have been laying in my cozy bed relaxing and reading this morning. I am so thankful for rest! It helped me set my focus this morning. I feel a bit more peaceful and encouraged. I hope you do to.

3. What name did Christ reveal of himself in verse 25? (I thought, wow, really bold.)

That’s it!!! I hope you have a peaceful day!
I have to say that I know people with all different beliefs read this blog. Where ever you are you are welcome. If you are not interested skip it. If you are but you are not sure you buy it. That’s cool. If you read it and believe it. Cool too. Love you friends, all in your unique journeys!

ONE MORE DAY UNTIL THE DRAWING FOR THE GIVE AWAY!!! Don’t forget to “Join the Fun” and follow the blog so you will be entered to win. We will announce the winner tomorrow morning!! YEA!!

Off to bake pies, stuffing, work on the table, oh yeah, and showering would be nice!

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